For the weekend directly leading up to the E3 event, it sure was jampacked with news, wasn't it? If you've been hanging around the industry for a while now, you'd know that the usual occurrence during this time of the year (or whenever there is an event, actually), is to have some kind of drought in news. But no, not this year. Everyone's just as pumped up about the upcoming event, it didn't matter if the news that came out were more on the rumors and speculations and "leaks" side. We don't mind. We know we're in for the big stuff. Are you ready?

Gaming mag EGM is on its way back to printing and store shelves now that its founder, Steve Harris, has re-acquired its trademarks and publishing rights. According to the press release, Harris entered an agreement with Ziff Davis Media and the former now has plans to re-launch Electronic Gaming Monthly in the second half of 2009. More after the jump.

It's a sad day in gaming to see EGM go. The mag has officially ceased publication as of this month. EGM, which was one of the longest-running video game mags around, will release its "final" issue online. Go to the full article to see the issue's awesome cover, which will sadly never be printed.

It's official. Ziff Davis has sold 1UP to UGO Entertainment and has closed EGM. This was confirmed by no less than an official press release from both camps earlier today. The axe has fallen, and it's fallen hard. GameVideos.com and others take the hit as well. Full details right after the jump.

Hideo Kojima recently visited the offices of Call of Duty studio, Infinity Ward. This caused a bit of ruckus in the rumor mill, with people taking this as a sign that Kojima's next game really is a first-person shooter. Robert Bowling from Infinity Ward, however, has something to say about that. Details after the link.

So Wolverine's getting a new video game alongside the upcoming X-Men Origins: Wolverine movie next year. The questions on gamers' minds right now is, Is it going to be a good game? I don't know. The new EGM has the dish on the game, though, and you can check out the first X-Men Origins: Wolverine screenshot after the jump.

Is the magazine industry already bust? You've probably heard a lot of print media transferring to the e-format due to various reasons (mostly because of the lack of demand and rising printing costs). Earlier this week, the publication firm has revealed their plans to cease print circulation of PC Magazine, and opt for the e-publication approach. It was also noted that they're currently considering Electronic Gaming Monthly to follow suit.

Square Enix has once again sent out word that no, Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: The Crystal Bearers has not been canceled. They just don't have a set release date yet. This comes after a rumor about the cancellation showed up on EGM's Rumor Mill section. More from Square Enix after the jump.

Electronic Gaming Monthly's resident rumor master, Quartermann, has alluded to the possibility of a new game featuring DC hero The Flash. Details after the jump!

If you've been watching out for Watchmen: The End is Nigh, then you can catch it on EGM's latest issue. You can also get more info on today's hottest titles, like LittleBigPlanet, Gears of War 2, and more.